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LF1050 Patient Lift Owner’s Manual 13
Proper care and maintenance is essential to keeping
your Lumex patient lift in a safe operating condition.
In addition to inspecting the unit before each use,
periodic maintenance checks should be done. The lift
should be thoroughly inspected by a person qualified
to recognize any signs of wear and tear, and looseness
of bolts or parts. Replace any worn parts immediately.
We further recommend that this unit be serviced
periodically as needed by an authorized dealer.
Warning: It is extremely important that the
patient lift be inspected before each use. Ensure
that all hardware and accessories are secure and
that the actuator is functioning properly. Failure
to do so could result in patient / attendant injury
or damage to your patient lift. Torn, cut, frayed
or broken slings can fail, resulting in serious
injury. Only use slings in good condition. Inspect
before each use. Destroy and discard old, worn
and unusable slings.
When you believe a component or part is not
functioning properly, immediately contact your
authorized Lumex dealer, as a potentially
hazardous condition could exist.
Before each use
Before each use of the patient lift, ensure that:
• All nuts and bolts are tight
• The lift moves freely (with caster brakes off )
• Rear caster brakes operate properly
• Base adjustment mechanism operates easily
Lubrication
Under normal use, your Lumex patient lift was
designed with minimum maintenance in mind;
however, a six (6) month check and lubrication
should ensure that your patient lift will remain in
peak operating condition. The casters MUST roll
and swivel freely. Lightweight waterproof grease
(such as automobile lubricant) should be applied to
the ball bearings of the casters every six (6) months.
Apply grease more frequently if the casters are
exposed to periods of excess moisture. Lubricate all
pivot points with lightweight oil. Clean patient lift of
all excess oil and grease.
Before use of the patient lift, and every month
thereafter, place a drop of oil on the following areas:
• The point where mast and boom connect
• Caster axles
• The point where actuator and boom connect
Cleaning
Regular cleaning is recommended. A soft cloth,
dampened with water and a mild NON-ABRASIVE
detergent (household cleaner, soapy water, or
hospital grade disinfectant) is all that is needed to
clean your patient lift. Automobile wax or furniture
polish will help maintain the finish over a long
period of time.
DO NOT wash under water pressure or steam clean.
Checking for damage and wear
It is extremely important to frequently check the
areas of the patient lift that are under a great deal of
stress for damage and wear. These areas include
slings, spreader bars, spreader bar suspension and
mounting hardware, pump mounting hardware and
all pivot points. Inspect for signs of cracking,
fraying, deformation, and any loose components.
Replace any defective parts immediately, and make
certain that the patient lift is not used until repairs
are made. Contact your authorized Lumex dealer
for replacement parts.
Care of sling
Lumex slings are easy to use. They are washable at
150° F. The slings can be dried by using a dryer on
LOW heat or by hanging.
Note: Slings should not be bleached!
CARE AND MAINTENANCE